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The Gallo-Roman well of Villiers-le-Bel is an archaeological monument located in the municipality of Villiers-le-Bel, in the department of Val-d'Oise (95). Dated from the 2nd century, it bears witness to the Roman occupation in this region of the present-day Île-de-France. This well, classified Historic Monument by order of September 11, 1978, is located at 2 Jules-Ferry Street, according to data from the Merimée database. Its GPS location is considered fair (note 5/10), and it is referenced under the AD 405 cadastre.

In Gallo-Roman times, wells played a key role in providing water to rural and urban habitats. In a region such as Île-de-France, then integrated into the Roman Gaul, these hydraulic infrastructures were common and reflected the social and technical organization of local communities. The wells were used not only for domestic purposes, but also for agricultural or artisanal activities, thus contributing to the daily life of the people.

The classification of the well in 1978 underlines its heritage and archaeological importance. Although the practical information about his visit is not specified in the available sources, his status as a Historic Monument guarantees his protection and preservation. The data come mainly from the Monumentum database and the Merimée archives, which document the protected elements and their exact location.

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